Description: Royal Guard, Return of the JediPrefix: TRDetachment:Sovereign Protectors Context: Episode VI: Return Of The JediCulled from the best of the best, these brave servants move silently and swiftly to meet any challenge to the safety of the Emperor. In galaxy dominated by the blaster the choice of the force pike as their primary weapon is a declaration of the prowess of the Royal Guard.

This CRL is a work in progress and is not yet ready to use for GML approval!

Costume Components:

HelmetFor 501st approval:

Finished in a crimson gloss to match the outer robes. The visor is fitted with a smoke-tinted visor that allows for maximum visibility while obscuring the wearers features.

For level two certification (if applicable):

The visor has red smoke-tinted visor that allows fr maximum visibility while obscuring the wearers features.

For level three certification (if applicable):

Outer RobesFor 501st approval:

The outer shell is constructed of crimson red velvet or velveteen. The lining is burgundy or dark purple velvet or velveteen. When closed, the outer robe covers the front and back of the wearer. There is a single arm opening in the front to the right. This opening is obscured by the overlapping edges of the robe.

For level two certification (if applicable):

A pleat at each shoulder of the outer cloak that allows for the ‘drape’ as seen on screen.

For level three certification (if applicable):

Shoulder pads to allow for the armored-look without the commitment to armor.

A black ribbon along the hem of the outer cloak as described in the EU during the time of mourning for Palpatine

An Obi-style waist sash, approximately 3–4 inches (7.62–10.16cm) made of the same color/material as the wearer's inner robe, Worn over the inner robe.

For level two certification (if applicable):

A burgundy rope-belt that wraps around the sash a minimum of two times and ties out of view.

For level three certification (if applicable):

GlovesFor 501st approval:

Burgundy or dark purple cloth or suede gloves with no extraneous straps, buckles or ornamental stitching. The gloves are to cover the wearer's wrists.

For level two certification (if applicable):

For level three certification (if applicable):

BootsFor 501st approval:

Crimson red suede boots, pointed toe, with a relatively conservative heel. There are no visible straps, buckles, or ornamental stitching. The boots cover the wearer's ankles.

For level two certification (if applicable):

(Alternative) Black, texture-less, leather/synthetic leather (non glossy) “Jack” boots", squared toe (rounded toe in ladies styles are acceptable), with a relatively conservative heel, no visible straps/buckles, or ornamental stitching; that reach high enough to cover the wearer's ankles are acceptable as a minimum until red boots can be found.

For level three certification (if applicable):

Costume Accessories:

ForcepikeFor 501st approval:

Four foot (122cm) minimum length, composed of either wood or metal. The silver bodied force pike consists of a black pommel, two hand grips at the base, the shaft, and emitter tip.

For level two certification (if applicable):

Black plastic tapered pommel

'Rasp' emitter end of stacked ring design or serrated design in metallic copper, or silver, preferably constructed of turned plastic for screen-accuracy.